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#85475 11/19/2003 2:13 AM | Joined: Apr 2002 Posts: 42 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Apr 2002 Posts: 42 | I have a '67 Chevy stepside, with a 235. Recently had some work done on truck, which included some general wiring and other electrial work for taillights, and a little under the hood. Anyhow, I recently noticed that my relatively new battery now "sizzles." It'll make this noise for 10-20 minutes after I've turned off the key. I've only noticed it after I turn off the engine, so I don't know if it's doing it while engine is running, but I suspect that it is. Could this be a voltage regulator problem, or what? Any info very much appreciated. wjb | | |
#85476 11/19/2003 4:26 AM | Joined: Apr 2000 Posts: 71 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Apr 2000 Posts: 71 | It sounds like the alt. is overcharging the battery. Check the battery voltage with the motor running. It shouldn't be over 14.2 volts. | | |
#85477 11/19/2003 3:41 PM | Joined: Aug 2003 Posts: 264 Member | | Member Joined: Aug 2003 Posts: 264 | This is one of the reasons why voltmeters have replaced ammeters as an indication of the condition of the charging system. | | |
#85478 11/19/2003 3:57 PM | Joined: Apr 2002 Posts: 42 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Apr 2002 Posts: 42 | Thanks. I'll do that today, and see if I need a new alternator. wjb | | |
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